Niviuk TAKOO 2, Руководство пользователя

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harness buckles are correctly locked. Secondly, you should connect the
Spread system (shortest part and only one assembly loop) to the pilot’s
harness. Connect the buckles of your reserve to the superior part of the
spread system (in blue on the NIVIUK Spread system). Install your “André
Rose” system if you have it. And at last, connect the passenger’s harness.
2.4 TYPE OF HARNESS
The TAKOO 2 has passed the EN class “B” homologation (EN C size 39).
This standard allows it to be flown with most of the harnesses on the market.
We recommend you only to use, as well for the pilot as for the passenger,
special designed harnesses for tandem flights.
2.5 TRIM DISPLAY
The new acceleration mechanism of the TAKOO 2 works when you release
the “Trims” on the D-riser. The efficiency of this new system provides a
wide range of speeds, much broader than that of the first Takoo. To reduce
the speed, pull the strap to obtain the desired speed. The range of the
acceleration system starts at the neutral position up to the maximum speed
when it is completely released and vice versa up to the neutral position.
Look also at the graphics at the end of this manual.
2.6 INSPECTION AND WING INFLATION ON THE GROUND
Once you have checked all the equipment and made sure that the wind
conditions are favourable, inflate your TAKOO 2 as many times as necessary in
order to become acquainted with the wing’s behaviour. The TAKOO 2 inflates
easily and smoothly. An excess of energy is not necessary and the wing will
inflate with minimum pressure on the harness when you move forward. This
may be assisted by using the A lines. Do not pull on them, just accompany the
natural rising movement of the wing. Once the wing is overhead, simply apply
correct pressure on the brake lines and the TAKOO 2 will sit over your head.
The leading edge is much lighter than the first Takoo which translates into
exceptional inflation, allowing softer and simpler take offs.
2.7 ADJUSTING THE BRAKES
The length of the main brake lines is adjusted at the factory to the length
established during homologation. However, the length can be changed to
adapt to the pilot’s flying style. Nevertheless, we recommend that you fly for
a while with these, set at the original length. This will allow you to become
accustomed to the TAKOO 2’s original flying behaviour. If you then decide
to change the length of the brake lines, slack off the knot, slide the line
through the brake link to the desired length, and strongly re-tie the knot.
Qualified personnel should carry out this adjustment. You must ensure that
this adjustment does not slow down the glider. Both brake lines should be
symmetrical and measure the same length. The most recommended knots
are the clove hitch knot or bowline knot.
3. THE FIRST FLIGHT
3.1 CHOOSE THE RIGHT PLACE
We recommend that the first flight with your TAKOO 2 is made on a smooth
slope (a school slope) or in your usual flying area accompanied by a qualified
instructor.
3.2 PREPARATION
Repeat the procedures detailed in chapter 2 (UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY)
in order to prepare your TAKOO 2.
3.3 FLIGHT PLAN
Draw out a flight plan before take-off in order to avoid possible flight errors.